Sr. Global Manufacturing Engineer
coatesgroupChicago, IL
•On-site•Full-time
•USD 123000-155000 per-year-salary
•Posted 2 months ago
Operations
Job Description
Be Part of Our Next Chapter
For over almost 60 years, our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the world’s leading brands and their customers. And while we’ve already done a lot of work we’re proud of, we’re just getting started!
We’re a global technology company focused on creating dynamic, smart, personalized and engaging customer experiences powered by our range of digital hardware, our proprietary content management system and our industry leading signage solutions. (For example: If you’ve ordered in-store or in the drive-thru at McDonald’s somewhere in the world in the last few years, chances are you’ve interacted with our digital solutions.) We work in over 50 global markets and have 9 offices around the world, with a global headquarters proudly located in our founding home of Sydney, Australia.
Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up, both which fuel our purpose – Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving. Through hard work, dedication and creativity, we’ve become industry leaders who have won awards and set records while remaining focused on continual growth and evolution. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are curious, charismatic, authentic and we value and leverage the diversity of our crew. We are imaginers, kindness enthusiasts, experts, creators, thinkers, challengers, collaborators and over-achievers. And together, as a Crew, we are revolutionizing the way the world’s leading brands leverage technology to drive the best customer experiences.
Sr. Global Manufacturing Engineer
The Sr. Global Manufacturing Engineer serves as the technical backbone of the company’s global manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for developing, standardizing, and continuously improving processes that ensure product quality, operational efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. It bridges the gap between engineering design and mid- to high-volume production, supporting the smooth introduction of new products into global markets.
This role also leads engineering initiatives to optimize product design and manufacturing methods without compromising performance or quality, manages Bill of Materials (BOM) structure and accuracy across all global sites, and develops visibility on BOM templates to enable scale across global partners. Collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders is key to ensuring manufacturability, quality, and supply chain resilience.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process development, or global operations.
- Strong experience with BOM management, process documentation, and new product introduction.
- Proficiency with structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC).
- Experience working with global suppliers and navigating cross-cultural operational differences.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Development & Standardization
- Define, document, and deploy standardized manufacturing processes across global facilities to ensure consistency, repeatability, and scalability.
- Ensure all process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing protocols meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Develop training materials and coach local operations teams to drive adoption of best practices and technical know-how.
- New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Collaborate with Design and regional operations teams to enable smooth and timely introduction of new products into manufacturing environments.
- Lead engineering readiness reviews, ensuring production capability, process control, and quality standards are in place before launch.
- Value Engineering & Cost Optimization
- Lead or contribute to value engineering projects focused on reducing cost, improving efficiency, and enhancing product quality.
- Own and manage BOM accuracy, structure, and cost optimization across product lines once products are in mass production.
- Continuous Improvement
- Partner with Performance Improvement Managers to identify and execute Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives.
- Drive waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and production cost reduction through structured methodologies (DMAIC, 5 Whys).
- Supplier Collaboration & Quality
- Partner with suppliers to ensure manufacturability of components and assemblies, adherence to quality standards, and alignment with production timelines.
- Build strong technical relationships with suppliers to improve manufacturability, responsiveness, and quality performance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to resolve issues and align on global manufacturing goals.
- Champion new technologies and methods that enhance efficiency, scalability, or competitive advantage in manufacturing.
About Coates
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are led by a forward-thinking CEO who has demonstrated a true passion for people and making Coates a place where people genuinely enjoy working. Our growth plans enable a focus on providing rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent.
Together, we are creators, allowing us to make our purpose a reality – to create immersive brand experiences for everyone.
Join a Crew that Cares
Be part of a global team of talented, ambitious, creative people that value integrity, individuality and inclusivity. (Ask us about our Equality + Empowerment Initiatives).
The benefits include an annual market competitive bonus program and our “Thrive Program” which includes a suite of flexible work options because we’re strong believers that you should never miss an important life or work moment. Thrive also provides dedicated time to prioritize our health and wellbeing (think virtual Yoga or meditation sessions), a Global Wellness paid day off to recharge as well as a “Give Back Day” to allow our Crew an opportunity to make an impact in the community.
Be inspired To Be More
We skip the red tape and aim to always stay nimble. We’re proud of where we’ve been and are energized by where we’re going. We encourage ideas and perspectives because we know the more we have, the better we are. We work hard but have fun along the way. We push the boundaries but keep it real and authentic. We believe in the values that got us here are the ones that will continue to lead us forward. We are excited by what we’ve accomplished, but know the best is yet to come.
Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
Fraud Alert: Employment Scam Advisory
It has come to our attention that unauthorised individuals are impersonating our company and reaching out to job seekers through fraudulent emails, falsely claiming to represent Coates. These emails often request personal information and appear to come from domains that are not affiliated with our organisation, such as coatesgroupcareer.com.
We take this matter very seriously. Coates has reported these incidents to law enforcement and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. We are committed to protecting the integrity of our recruitment process and the privacy of our applicants.
Please be advised of the following:
- Coates does not operate or communicate through any domain resembling "@coatesgroupcareer.com"
- We do not contact employment candidates via email to solicit personal or financial information
- All applications for employment must be submitted through our official website https://coatesgroup.com/careers or directly through our LinkedIn profile: Coates Group
- All emails from us will come from our official domain, which is [at]coatesgroup[dot]com or via our Applicant - Tracking System (ATS) email address, which is no-reply[at]hire.lever[dot]co
If you receive any suspicious communications purporting to be from Coates, we urge you not to respond, do not click any links, and do not provide any personal information. Your safety and trust are of the utmost importance to us. Thank you for your vigilance.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Process Development & Standardization
- Define, document, and deploy standardized manufacturing processes across global facilities to ensure consistency, repeatability, and scalability.
- Ensure all process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing protocols meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.
- Develop training materials and coach local operations teams to drive adoption of best practices and technical know-how.
- New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Collaborate with Design and regional operations teams to enable smooth and timely introduction of new products into manufacturing environments.
- Lead engineering readiness reviews, ensuring production capability, process control, and quality standards are in place before launch.
- Value Engineering & Cost Optimization
- Lead or contribute to value engineering projects focused on reducing cost, improving efficiency, and enhancing product quality.
- Own and manage BOM accuracy, structure, and cost optimization across product lines once products are in mass production.
- Continuous Improvement
- Partner with Performance Improvement Managers to identify and execute Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives.
- Drive waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and production cost reduction through structured methodologies (DMAIC, 5 Whys).
- Supplier Collaboration & Quality
- Partner with suppliers to ensure manufacturability of components and assemblies, adherence to quality standards, and alignment with production timelines.
- Build strong technical relationships with suppliers to improve manufacturability, responsiveness, and quality performance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to resolve issues and align on global manufacturing goals.
- Champion new technologies and methods that enhance efficiency, scalability, or competitive advantage in manufacturing.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process development, or global operations.
- Strong experience with BOM management, process documentation, and new product introduction.
- Proficiency with structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC).
- Experience working with global suppliers and navigating cross-cultural operational differences.
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